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Many people suffer from daily muscle aches due to arthritis or old sports injuries. Often times, their physician will prescribe them some sort of pain medicine in the form of an ointment to deal with the issue. If the pain is chronic, these medications are used to quell the symptoms of inflammation and soreness, giving the body time to heal and repair the damage.

In addition to prescribed regimens, there are several other types of over the counter pain relief gels on the market that could prove useful. One of these is Sombra. From time to time, you might wonder if switching pain gels to something like Sombra could be effective. In order to make that determination, let’s take a closer look at the product.

Two Different Sombra Formulations

For starters, Sombra comes in two different formulas. The warm formula is their original, and most recently, they have added a cool gel formulation to their product line. Both of these types are used by doctors, physical therapists, and chiropractors throughout the United States. Furthermore, both formulations use all natural ingredients. This makes them safe as well as effective. The active ingredients in each formula are camphor and menthol. When Sombra is used topically, it has been shown to be quite effective in relieving pain.

The warm therapy gel is a go to as a massage compliment. It is infused with an orange citrus aroma, and will help relieve muscle pain and inflammation associated with various joints of the body. Chronic back pain, strains, sprains and bruises can all be relieved with Sombra Warm Therapy gel as well. When used in conjunction with massage, relief is almost instantaneous. Applied topically to the skin, it is absorbed quickly and the pleasant scent will leave your senses rejuvenated and your body feeling refreshed.

Sombra cool therapy gel is typically used for injuries that are more recent. Say that you are playing a sport and sprain your ankle. Applying Sombra cool therapy gel will provide an instant soothing effect to those stressed and inflamed muscles. Since it works upon contact, it is handy to keep some immediately accessible whether that be your first aid kit at home, glove compartment in your car, desk drawer at work or your gym bag.

Other Benefits

The cool therapy gel also relieves minor aches and pains associated with joint and muscle use, and will also help cool down your body after a strenuous workout. Its cool lemon scent will really invigorate your body and energize your mood to carry you through the rest of your day.

Both formulations contain no artificial colors, oils, waxes, or other harmful chemicals. Therefore, they will not stain clothes or other types of fabric throughout your home such as furniture, drapes, carpets, etc.

Since the product is all natural, it is safe to use in conjunction with any other topical ointment your doctor prescribes. So while you’re prescribed medication goes to work for the long-term, Sombra can be applied to get short-term relief. Once your body and muscles are relaxed, you will be well on your way to a pain-free day.

HOW BIOFREEZE WORKS

Whether it’s an overworked muscle, a chronically achy back or the fitful discomfort of arthritis, pain affects millions of Americans every day. Biofreeze is a topical analgesic that uses the cooling effect of menthol, a natural pain reliever, to soothe minor muscle and joint pain. It penetrates quickly, offering relief through cold therapy. For this reason, it’s especially effective for use in conjunction with hands-on health care such as chiropractic, massage and physical therapies, and podiatry.

We invest in scientific research in order to best understand how to help people relieve pain. The science behind Biofreeze is a dual approach to pain relief, based on the following theories.

The Gate Control Theory

As outlined in The Science of Pain, special receptors are responsible for sending pain signals to the brain by way of the spinal cord. When Biofreeze is applied to a painful area, it’s thought to create a cold sensation that overrides these pain signals.

Stimulation of Cold Receptors

When Biofreeze is applied, menthol binds with temperature-sensitive receptors in the skin. Activating these receptors is thought to modulate pain signals through the body’s natural pain relieving systems. This mechanism works similarly to ice, but with additional benefits.